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Humans aren't the only species that build skyscrapers. The Cathedral Termite of Australia's Northern Territory also builds incredible superstructures towering as high as 15 feet, (nearly 5 meters) above ground. This is remarkable, especially when you consider the tiny size of the insects that build these towers. It's not just the tall structure that's impressive though. Because of the way the mounds are constructed with hollow chambers, cooler air from the soil / ground level circulates up to the top of the mound where it replaces the warmer air that would otherwise build up from the heat of the sun. So, humans also aren't the only species that add air conditioning to their buildings! You might think that such an insect would strike fear into the hearts of nearby homeowners, but the termites actually eat spinifex grass and don't damage human dwellings. Getting to see these structures dotting the landscape of the tropical Australian savannah was a highlight of our time in the Top End. East of Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia